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[quote=Anonymous]Our son had a horrible period from memorial day in 3rd grade through the summer. (age 9)

We were engaged, supportive, did everything we are suppose to do and were at our wits end.  Therapist did not work as he would not engage.

We looked for triggers and worked to avoid them.  Situations around transitions, expectations, commitments and changes to any of the above would quickly spiral out of control.  He sees things as black and white.  If we said we were going to the fire works - but it is raining - we still said we were doing it.  We work to do the things we committed to - and sometimes are surprised that we still are able to enjoy the moment at times when the "adult" in us buts up barriers (this past week we had thrown in the towel to see the fireworks on the mall - but we went anyway at 8:15 PM and had a great time)

A year later - a different child.  I am not sure if it was a growth issue, if there were some things happening at school (I think there may have been some aggressive teasing border line bullying but uncertain).

The summer of age 9 was exhausting.  We were constantly on edge.  [/quote]

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